the kfp journal

recent sessions, tips + tricks, clothing inspo and more!

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5 minutes into this newborn session, I knew I was going to have it printed in a sample album. The light was glowy and beamed through our big front window, making for beautiful bright and airy newborn photos. Maddie and Baby Sutton used clothes from our client wardrobe and Rachel (our hair and makeup artist) […]

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You know that you want to hire a photographer to capture beautiful images of your new baby. But once you begin to research your options (or perhaps scour Pinterest for inspo), you realize you have a decision to make as to where you want your images captured. Do you want to travel to a photography […]

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Whether it’s your first, second or fifth baby, the arrival of a new family member is an exciting time! Babies change so quickly so capturing memories of those early days is important. Newborn photography allows you to freeze time and preserve memories of your little one in their earliest stages of life. With so many […]

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We’ve been teasing and sharing online about our new natural light Knoxville photography studio, and I’m excited to share that it’s finally open for sessions! The KFP Studio is conveniently located between Parkside Drive and Kingston Pike near The Chop House. We’ve already gotten to serve a few clients in the space and it’s been […]

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If you’re anything like me, you love a good children’s clothing shop, and Knoxville is in no short supply! Today, I’m sharing some of my go-to Knoxville baby and children boutiques for when I want to find a cute outfit or unique toy for my little guys. PS – if you’re a boymom like me, […]

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You might not know it from looking at these photos, but it was coooold the day I met the Saggau Family at Melton Hill Park. The weather, however, did not stop this adorable family from showing up in beautiful, coordinated outfits, ready to rock their family photos. We started the session by the waterfront at […]

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Adding a precious new baby to your family is such a sweet season, and certainly one you want to document. Newborn photo sessions are a wonderful way to capture those special first moments and create memories that will last a lifetime. As a mom of 3, I love being able to look at the little […]

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As a Knoxville family photographer, Lakeshore Park is one of my favorite locations, especially in the fall! It offers a variety of backgrounds without having to walk too far, including an open grassy field and a tree lined walkway. It’s also in a great location in the Bearden area, close to restaurants for a dinner […]

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One of the most overwhelming parts of updating your family photos is deciding what everyone will wear. It can feel daunting to put together outfits that work together, but not spend a fortune on new clothing. Choosing the right outfits for your family photo session doesn’t have to be complicated or stressful or expensive. With […]

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Oh how I adore taking family photos in the fall, and Melton Hill park was showing off during this family session! The Wilson family was referred to me by a dear past client and I’m so thankful because they were a delight to meet and photograph! Melton Hill is a favorite spot for many Knoxville […]

GET TO KNOW Kayla

Fueled by equal parts sweet tea and pour-over coffee, my passion is to capture the kinds of images that make you stop, smile and ask time to please slow down. Your family, your story, is unique and written by God. I can't wait to capture it in images you will treasure for years to come. 

I believe in servant-hearted stewardship, in living for the things that truly matter and in doing it all for the glory of God.

boymom x3, daughter of christ, passionate about capturing the beauty of motherhood

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